1 janv. 1460 - Prince Henry the Navigator
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Prince Henry the Navigator of Portugal, who lived from 1394 to 1460, was a key figure in the early days of the Age of Discovery. Although he never sailed on the expeditions himself, he sponsored numerous voyages along the West African coast. These expeditions led to the discovery of new maritime routes and opened up significant trade opportunities for Portugal, particularly in gold, spices, and slaves. Prince Henry's support for exploration played a crucial role in advancing European navigation techniques and laid the groundwork for future discoveries, including the sea route to India.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 janv. 1460
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~ Il y a 565 ans